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Distributor
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TL;DR: In this paper, a Z-type ladder fluid network with 10 mini-channels in parallel having a square section is introduced and investigated, and two methods are used to optimize the shape of distributor/collector pipes: an optimized discrete stairway shape and a continuous tapered shape with an inclined angle varying from 0° to 30°.
Abstract: Parallel micro or mini-channels are widely used in various devices of process and energy engineering including micro-reactors, compact heat exchangers and fuel cells. Nevertheless, the flow maldistribution due to the improper design of distributor/collector is usually observed, leading to globally poor performances of these devices. The objective of this study is to optimize the shape of the distributor/collector pipes so as to achieve a uniform flow distribution among an array of parallel mini-channels. A Z-type ladder fluid network with 10 mini-channels in parallel having square section is introduced and investigated. Two methods are used to optimize the shape of distributor/collector pipes: an optimized discrete stairway shape and a continuous tapered shape with an inclined angle varying from 0° to 30°. 3D-CFD simulations are carried out using the ANSYS FLUENT code. Numerical results obtained show that a relatively uniform flow distribution may be reached by the discrete stairway shape or by the continuous tapered shape distributor/collector under very low flow-rate conditions. Larger inclined angle or fewer channels in parallel are favorable for more uniform flow distribution under higher flow-rate conditions. Nevertheless the distributor and the collector pipes occupy a large volume so that the entire device is less compact.
88 citations
TL;DR: In this article, a two-fluid k-e model was used to simulate the flow pattern on the upstream and downstream of the distributor and its effect on performance of the bubble column.
81 citations
TL;DR: In this paper, the authors used CFD simulations for a Glatt GPCG-1 fluidised bed coater in which stainless steel woven wire mesh distributors are used as the standard distributor plates.
68 citations
Patent•
30 Jul 1982
TL;DR: In this article, an ignition system for a multi-cylinder internal combustion engine eliminates high-voltage cables and a mechanical distributor in order to reduce electrical power losses due to joule effect caused mainly by the high voltage circuit, comprises a plurality of ignition coils and plugs, one provided for each cylinder, a distribution unit for distributing advance-angle control signals into the respective cylinders, and a booster for boosting the supply voltage to reduce the size of the ignition coil.
Abstract: An ignition system for a multi-cylinder internal combustion engine eliminates high-voltage cables and a mechanical distributor in order to reduce electrical power losses due to joule effect caused mainly by the high voltage circuit, comprises a plurality of ignition coils and plugs, one provided for each cylinder, a distribution unit for distributing advance-angle control signals into the respective cylinders, and a booster for boosting the supply voltage in order to reduce the size of the ignition coil, in addition to the conventional ignition system. Furthermore, the ignition coil can be built integrally with the ignition plug for eliminating high-voltage cables connected between coil and plug.
61 citations
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| 2021 | 30 |
| 2020 | 86 |